Haiti fans call ‘foul’ after 1-0 loss to Scotland in World Cup opener
Haitian fans voiced frustration after a series of disputed referee decisions during Haiti’s 1-0 loss to Scotland, calling for accountability and VAR review.
Haiti at the FIFA World Cup: Live updates, scores and reactions
Track every goal, result and reaction as Haiti competes at the FIFA World Cup.
‘They can’t change our history,’ Haitians say about national team’s redesigned World Cup uniform
Imagery tied to the Haitian Revolution will not appear on the Haitian national team’s official uniforms. But the debate surrounding the symbols removed has only elevated further conversations about Haiti’s history.
Knicks fever is colliding with World Cup buzz, and New York soccer bars are trying to juggle both
New York sports fans are facing a dream dilemma as the FIFA World Cup and the Knicks’ historic NBA Finals run collide. Soccer bars across the city are finding ways to accommodate both passionate fan bases during one unforgettable weekend.
Haitians in Connecticut dream of first World Cup win versus Scotland
To Haitian Americans in Connecticut, a win over Scotland on June 13 is a must, especially because they think Les Grenadiers will face their weakest opponent in the FIFA World Cup group stage.
Haiti team’s redesigned jerseys ready for first World Cup match
Imagery tied to the Haitian Revolution will not appear on the Haitian national team’s official uniforms. But the debate surrounding the symbols removed has only elevated Haiti’s history further in conversations.
Haiti’s World Cup return and the promise of a global nation
In many ways, Haiti’s World Cup team offers a glimpse of what that future could look like. Talent spread across countries and continents. A shared identity. A common purpose. A belief that together they can accomplish more than any individual could achieve alone.
Video game maker adds Haiti national team to its roster ahead of World Cup
Some Haitian gamers do not even mind losing. They are just honored to play with their country on EA Sports FC.
5 things immigrants should do before heading to a World Cup watch party
From saving key documents to identifying an emergency contact, here are practical tips for immigrants preparing for World Cup watch parties this summer.
Designer shoots for different Haiti stories in Gap’s World Cup collection
Ouigi Theodore honors Haiti’s 1974 World Cup team through a global Gap collection rooted in culture and pride.
Dev Expo returns with AI focus as Haiti’s tech community grows
This edition is also the most ambitious yet. Organizers are holding activities across Haiti’s 10 departments while offering online participation for Haitians living abroad.
Haitian American filmmaker Rachelle Salnave explores dual citizenship, identity and belonging in new documentary
Filmmaker Rachelle Salnave set out to reclaim her Haitian citizenship. What she found along the way became a documentary about family, identity and what it means to belong to two worlds.
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Boston Mayor, City Councilors honor Haitian Heritage Month with flag-raising ceremony
Boston community members raising the Haitian Flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
A group performing with traditional horns, an essential element of the ‘rara’ street band, during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
A joyful participant holding her Haitian flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
Boston community members raising the Haitian Flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune join city officials and community members for the Haitian Flag Raising ceremony at City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox.
HAITI NEWS
Sunrise Airways opens a new air bridge between Cap-Haïtien and Newark with inaugural flight
Sunrise Airways launched direct service between Cap-Haïtien and Newark Liberty International Airport, strengthening ties between northern Haiti and the New York–New Jersey Haitian Diaspora.
Haiti police graduate 1200 recruits, hours before 3 officers slain
The graduation ceremony held on May 29 came just hours before three police officers and a civilian were killed during an operation against the Gran Grif gang in…
Haitians switch soccer allegiances from Brazil as Grenadiers end World Cup drought
Haiti’s World Cup return has fans rallying behind the Grenadiers, even as hardship and violence continue across the country.
France repeals slavery-era Black Code, with tears and history in the chamber
France has repealed the Code Noir — the slave law that once governed Saint-Domingue. For Haitians, the vote reopens a ledger that was never truly closed.
Haiti launches judicial units to tackle corruption, electoral fraud and sexual violence
While Haitian officials have presented the specialized judicial units as a historic step to combat gang crimes, corruption and sexual violence, human rights organizations warn that insecurity, limited…
Haitian government accused of trying to tighten control over elections through controversial decree changes
The controversy arises as Haiti struggles to organize its first national elections in nearly a decade amid escalating gang violence, institutional paralysis, and a prolonged political transition. Several…
Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti
DIASPORA NEWS
6 Haitian restaurants to check out across New York
From Crown Heights to Jamaica, Queens, these Haitian-owned restaurants are helping define how Haitian food is experienced across New York City.
Maternal health support organization expands services to Long Island and New Jersey
Community First Equity announced its continued expansion from Brooklyn into Long Island and New Jersey, to bring culturally responsive maternal health resources and support to more Haitian families.
‘Stronger Together’ Haitian celebration brings needed relief, hope to Ohio community
Columbus celebrates Haitian Heritage Month with a night honoring leadership, resilience and community unity.
Laurena Finéus’ “Cautionary Tales” turns landscape into a metaphor for freedom
Brooklyn-based Haitian-Canadian artist Laurena Finéus explores migration, memory and freedom through immersive landscapes in her first New York City solo exhibition.
How one Haitian mom’s journey put son on path to become NYC’s Health Commissioner
“Growing up was, if there was ever something that I felt like I couldn’t do, my mom would say, ‘You have the blood of Dessalines in you. You…
Wyclef Jean to perform at FIFA World Cup Toronto countdown concert
Toronto’s concert lineup also includes Canadian rock singer Bryan Adams, Moroccan-Canadian artist Nora Fatehi, producer Sanjoy and French-Ivorian singer Vegedream. FIFA said additional artists and special guests will…
